ARTIC Mixed-Use District Conceptual ... - City of Anaheim

Landscaping that define edges, direct pedestrian traffic
and provide shade
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and “explore” the various areas and uses within the
ARTIC Mixed-Use District.
Adequate tree canopy should be provided to promote
shade and help reduce “heat-island” effects.
Incorporate special landscape treatment at major
project entry areas and special nodes such as building
entries and intersections.
Provide thematic landscape treatments at public
gathering areas that complement the surrounding
spaces.
Use climate-appropriate plant materials that minimize
water consumption (“water wise”) and respect sustainable
landscaping methods.
Encourage grouping of plants with similar water use
and microclimate requirements.
Space shrub plantings to fill in 100% of the planting
area within three years after installation. Groundcovers
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should be spaced to fill in 80% of the planting area
within one year after installation.
Sky gardens are strongly encouraged. These roof-top
outdoor spaces, located either at the top of a building
or above a parking structure, will provide private open
space areas for residents. Each sky garden should be
designed for easy access to the residents of that particular
building, and provide additional outdoor living space
and powerful views of the Orange County region.
4.1.4 Hardscapes
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Paved materials should complement the surrounding
building character and be easy to maintain. Acceptable
paving materials include, but are not limited to: integral
color concrete, broom-finished concrete, salt finish
concrete, exposed aggregate concrete, precast concrete
pavers, brick pavers, tiles and natural stone.
Hardscapes that complement the surrounding building
character
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Avoid using smooth, polished stone such as marble
or granite on exterior steps and staircases since such
materials can be slippery when wet. Instead, use
unpolished stone with a slight texture or textured
pavement so as to minimize accidents on slippery steps
during inclement weather. Incorporate railings on steps
and staircases to assist the elderly and handicapped.
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